Evolved Men Podcast
The Evolved Men Podcast is for men committed to growth, confidence, and deeper connections. Through real conversations on personal development, social skills, and leadership, we provide the tools to help you evolve into your boldest, most authentic self. For more information about the Evolved Men Project go to: http://www.evolvedmenproject.com
Episodes
35 episodes
Redefining Masculinity Through Maturity, Assertiveness, And Nurturing with David Odwyer
What if the bravest move isn’t grinding harder, but telling the truth about where you’re at? In this conversation with men’s coach and facilitator Dave O’Dwyer, we unpack the moment honesty cracked a decade of bravado, how sobriety reframed ide...
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Episode 35
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1:08:49
From Isolation To Brotherhood: A Story Of Men’s Work, Vulnerability, And Real Change with Matt Melvin
Ready to trade small talk for truth? We sat down with Matt to explore how real brotherhood forms when men risk honesty, name their emotions, and build trust inside safe containers. His story spans bullying, isolation, a costly legal spiral, and...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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50:57
Fathers Of Loss, Seen At Last with Jeff Loving
What does it cost a man to be “the strong one” when a pregnancy ends in heartbreak—twice? Jeff joins us to share the raw truth of losing two sons, the impossible medical decisions along the way, and the lonely aftermath of leaving a hospital wi...
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Episode 33
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1:15:42
From Ashes to Purpose with Rob Wheeler
What if the strongest thing you could do today is choose your hard—and keep choosing it tomorrow? We sit down with Navy veteran and former federal police officer Rob Wheeler to map the path from rock bottom to rebuilt identity. Rob shares how P...
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Episode 32
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59:19
Unmasking The Pressure To Be Perfect with Mordy Gottlieb
What if the “strong” version of you is actually the one that speaks honestly, asks for help, and stops trying to be perfect? That question sits at the center of our conversation with licensed clinical social worker and men’s coach Mordy Gottlie...
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Episode 31
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1:08:01
Stop Fumbling Your Health At The Goal Line with Brian Parana
What if the fastest way to lead better at work and love harder at home is to treat your health as the ultimate leverage point? We sit down with veteran coach Brian Perana to unpack why energy, not willpower, drives your ability to influence, co...
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Episode 30
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59:26
How to Navigate Conflict Without Losing Respect
Conflict doesn’t cost you respect; reacting from pride does. Corey breaks down a practical path to stay steady when emotions spike, turning heated moments into growth with simple, repeatable tools you can use right away. We start by reframing c...
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Episode 29
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33:09
How Sobriety, Discipline, And Community Rebuilt A Father’s Life with Andy Lajeunesse
The night gets loud when the house goes quiet. Andy remembers pacing his apartment after a year that shattered his marriage, injured his body, and knocked him down at work. A beer took the edge off—until it started stealing presence, purpose, a...
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Episode 28
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38:54
Why Men Lose Power When They Perform (And How to Reclaim It)
Ever notice how “having it together” can feel like acting in your own life? We dig into the subtle ways men get trapped in performance—always adding value, sounding composed, keeping it polished—and the invisible cost that shows up as disconnec...
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Episode 27
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13:32
Building Your Inner Compass: Values, Awareness, and Community with Andrew Carruthers
If you’ve ever felt a tug in your gut that didn’t match the story in your head, this conversation will feel like a map and a mirror. We sit down with Andrew Carruthers to unpack what an “inner compass” really is, how to hear it beneath fear and...
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Episode 26
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57:31
Why Adult Friendships Are Hard for Men (And How to Build Them Anyway)
One honest question on a dusty tailgate revealed a truth many men live with but rarely name: we can share trails, tables, and years without ever being truly known. From there, the story turns—through divorce, fear, and the ache of not knowing w...
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Episode 25
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25:21
Breaking the Walls of Male Isolation with Stefanos Koutsoumpis
What happens when men start tapping into their emotional intelligence? How might our lives transform if we stopped trying to "cover all streets with leather" and instead crafted shoes to protect our own feet?In this powerful conversatio...
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Episode 24
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42:27
The Lies Men Live By—and How to Rewrite Your Story
The most dangerous stories are the quiet ones we tell ourselves: I’m fine, I don’t need anyone, it’s too late to change. They sound reasonable, even wise, yet they slowly script our choices, our relationships, and the limits of our identity. We...
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Episode 23
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26:17
Stress Is Killing Your Edge—Here’s How to Rebuild It
If stress has become your default setting, this conversation offers a new map. We unpack why “just push through” turns into an identity that drains energy, strains relationships, and numbs purpose—and how to build a grounded rhythm that protect...
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Episode 22
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35:40
Stop Hiding: How to Lead with the Gifts You’ve Buried
Ever notice how a compliment can make you want to disappear? We’ve been there. Today we unpack the quiet habit of playing small—why we downshift our wins, call it humility, and end up living like shadows in our own lives. The story starts with ...
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Episode 21
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19:01
Gratitude Without the Fluff: A Masculine Take on Presence
Gratitude gets eye-rolls when it’s reduced to a checklist, but the kind we explore here is gritty, practical, and game-changing. We go straight at the myth that gratitude means denial, and show how it becomes an anchor you can stand on when the...
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Episode 20
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35:44
Say the Thing: Speaking Truth Even When It’s Hard
Silence looks safe until it starts steering your life. We open up about the quiet habits that chip away at self-trust and walk through a grounded path to speak with clarity—even when your voice shakes. From the subtle “agreeable” mask to the in...
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Episode 19
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19:28
Men, Stop Burning Out: Mental Resilience Without the Fluff
Running on empty has become the default state for too many men. That constant pressure you're ignoring? It doesn't just disappear – it surfaces as back pain, short tempers, mental fog, and disconnection from the people who matter most.T...
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Episode 18
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17:03
Why ‘Strong, Silent’ Is Killing You: Emotional Presence Rewired
Have you been wearing "low-maintenance" like a badge of honor? That easygoing, never-complain attitude might feel like strength, but there's a hidden cost we rarely talk about.What many men call being "low-maintenance" is actually emoti...
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Episode 17
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17:35
Why Most Goals Fail—and How to Set Ones You’ll Actually Hit
Have you ever achieved a goal only to feel empty afterward? There's a profound difference between checking boxes that look good to others and pursuing what genuinely matters to you. This episode dives deep into why so many men find themselves c...
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Episode 16
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16:12
Stop Running on Fumes - Real Talk on Energy Management for Men
Ever wonder why you feel completely drained at the end of the day despite eating well, exercising, and getting enough sleep? The answer lies in what most men overlook: energy leaks.These invisible drains aren't the obvious energy-burner...
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Episode 15
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17:30
Managing Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome
Self-doubt and imposter syndrome don't wait for you to fail before they appear—they show up right when you're building something meaningful, even as others recognize your value. That inner critic questioning whether you deserve to be in the roo...
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Episode 14
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19:38
The Power of the Pause - Responding Instead of Reacting
Have you ever snapped at your kids, gotten defensive with your partner, or reacted to work stress in ways you later regretted? The difference between those reactive moments and true leadership lies in something surprisingly simple yet profoundl...
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Episode 13
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20:14
The Power of Vulnerability - Does it Help or Hinder You?
What does real strength look like for men today? Not the kind that’s performed or projected—but the kind that transforms lives and builds genuine connection.Most of us were taught that staying guarded equals strength. We maste...
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Episode 12
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18:05
How To Use Visioning as a Weapon: How to Lead Yourself Through Chaos
What if your breakthrough isn't about hustling harder, but getting crystal-clear on who you're becoming?This episode cuts through the noise to reveal how creating a genuine vision transforms everything. Not a corporate mission...
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Episode 11
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20:25